Juba, South Sudan 🇸🇸
#324
4.845924, 31.595917
Nomad Score:
35%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
62%
Weight: 150
Generally affordable compared to many global cities, but prices can vary significantly based on location and availability.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
55%
Weight: 80
Basic accommodation is available at reasonable prices, but quality and availability can be inconsistent.
🍎 Food & Groceries
60%
Weight: 40
Local food is affordable, but imported goods can be expensive due to limited availability.
🚌 Transportation Cost
48%
Weight: 20
Public transport is limited, and taxi fares can add up quickly, especially for longer distances.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
35%
Weight: 15
Limited entertainment options available, with higher costs for activities and nightlife.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
20%
Weight: 10
Few gyms available, and those that exist can be expensive relative to local income levels.
💱 Currency Stability
30%
Weight: 30
The South Sudanese pound is volatile, leading to uncertainty in pricing and budgeting.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
40%
Weight: 100
Internet access is available but often slow and unreliable, with frequent outages.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
15%
Weight: 40
Very few coworking spaces exist, limiting options for remote work environments.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
25%
Weight: 30
Limited cafes offer WiFi, and those that do may have inconsistent service.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
10%
Weight: 30
Very few cafes cater specifically to digital nomads, with limited amenities.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
10%
Weight: 100
Juba is not a popular destination for digital nomads, with few resources or community.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
50%
Weight: 30
Work-life balance can be achieved, but the local culture may not prioritize it.
🌳 Environmental Quality
40%
Weight: 15
Environmental issues exist, including waste management and pollution in urban areas.
🧼 Cleanliness
30%
Weight: 10
Cleanliness is a concern in many areas, with litter and waste management issues.
🗨️ Language Barrier
60%
Weight: 30
English is widely spoken, but local languages can create barriers in some interactions.
💨 Air Quality
45%
Weight: 15
Air quality can be poor due to dust and pollution, especially in urban areas.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
30%
Weight: 20
Healthcare facilities are limited and often lack necessary resources and staff.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
50%
Weight: 25
Healthcare costs are relatively low, but quality may not meet international standards.
🏥 Healthcare
30%
Weight: 20
Limited healthcare options available, with significant gaps in services.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
85%
Weight: 80
Warm climate with plenty of sunshine, making it pleasant for outdoor activities.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
40%
Weight: 10
Risk of flooding and other natural disasters exists, particularly during rainy seasons.
🏞️ Green Spaces
20%
Weight: 10
Limited green spaces available for recreation and relaxation.
❄️ Air Conditioning
50%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is common in urban settings, but not universally available.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
30%
Weight: 10
Limited seasonal variety, with a predominantly hot climate year-round.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
40%
Weight: 20
Cultural experiences are limited, but local traditions can be interesting to explore.
🌃 Nightlife
20%
Weight: 15
Nightlife options are very limited, with few bars or clubs available.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
50%
Weight: 15
Some opportunities for outdoor activities, but infrastructure is lacking.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
20%
Weight: 10
Limited opportunities for language learning, with few formal classes available.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
30%
Weight: 10
Few organized tours or local experiences available for visitors.
🎳 Indoors Fun
20%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor activities and entertainment options.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
40%
Weight: 25
Food options are basic, with limited variety and quality.
🧠 Yoga Studios
10%
Weight: 10
Very few yoga studios available, if any.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
20%
Weight: 15
Limited fitness facilities, with few options for exercise.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
30%
Weight: 15
Healthy food options are limited, with a focus on local staples.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
50%
Weight: 20
Time zone is reasonable for working with Europe and parts of Africa.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
20%
Weight: 25
Limited networking opportunities for professionals and digital nomads.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
15%
Weight: 20
Few remote job opportunities available in the local market.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
10%
Weight: 20
Minimal freelance ecosystem, with few resources or platforms available.
🏢 Coworking Quality
10%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces, where available, are of low quality and poorly equipped.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
10%
Weight: 15
Very limited startup scene, with few entrepreneurial resources.
💳 Local Payment Services
20%
Weight: 10
Limited payment services available, with cash being the primary method.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
10%
Weight: 15
Minimal adoption of blockchain and cryptocurrency technologies.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
40%
Weight: 30
Limited international flights, with connectivity primarily to regional hubs.
🚇 Public Transit
20%
Weight: 20
Public transit options are scarce and unreliable.
🚶 Walkability
30%
Weight: 20
Some areas are walkable, but many lack proper sidewalks and infrastructure.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
10%
Weight: 15
No ride-sharing services available; taxis are the primary mode of transport.
🚲 Cycling
10%
Weight: 10
Cycling is not common, and infrastructure is lacking.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
30%
Weight: 15
Limited intercity travel options, primarily reliant on road transport.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
10%
Weight: 10
No rental services for scooters or bikes available.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
40%
Weight: 20
Mobile network coverage exists but can be spotty and unreliable.
🔒 VPN Reliability
40%
Weight: 20
VPNs can work, but connection stability may vary.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
30%
Weight: 15
Power outages are common, affecting daily life and work.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
10%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is virtually non-existent.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
40%
Weight: 40
Visa processes can be complicated and time-consuming.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Tax rates are relatively low, but the system can be opaque.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
30%
Weight: 15
Freedom of speech is limited, with restrictions on media and expression.
🏛️ Political Stability
20%
Weight: 20
Political instability is a concern, with ongoing conflicts affecting safety.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
30%
Weight: 15
Opening a bank account can be challenging due to bureaucracy.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
20%
Weight: 10
Business registration processes are cumbersome and slow.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
10%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
10%
Weight: 50
Juba is not considered a nomad-friendly city due to limited resources.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
10%
Weight: 25
Very few events or meetups for digital nomads.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
10%
Weight: 20
Minimal online community presence for digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
30%
Weight: 100
Safety is a concern due to crime and political instability.
♀️ Female Friendly
30%
Weight: 50
Cultural norms can be restrictive, impacting female travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
40%
Weight: 50
While diverse, there can be tensions based on ethnic backgrounds.